Winter blockbuster season is coming! Get stoked with a brand new special for The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug from Entertainment Weekly Radio. Plus, exclusive concerts from Alt-J, CHRVCHES, and a brand new SiriusXM Leading Ladies event with Dr. Ruth – all available with SiriusXM On Demand.

New Specials Available This Week:

The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug SpecialEntertainment Weekly Radio – Available Thursday, 12/12
In honor of The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug, EW Radio presents a special including a worldwide viewer panel moderated by Anderson Cooper and EW’s own Anthony Breznican. Fans from all over the world get to ask questions to director, Peter Jackson, and stars Evangeline Lilly and Orlando Bloom. Plus, one-on-one interviews with Sir Ian Mckellen, Evengeline Lilly, and director Peter Jackson.

Alt-J Private ConcertSiriusXM U – Available Friday, 12/13
English indie rock outfit Alt-J performs for a private audience of SiriusXM subscribers in New York City

CHRVCHES Private ConcertSiriusXM U – Available Wednesday, 12/11
SiriusXM Presents An Evening with CHVRCHES at The Heath at The McKittrick Hotel in NYC. SiriusXM listeners first got to know CHVRCHES as an unsigned band back in 2012. Since then, they have gone on to have an incredible 2013, releasing one of the year’s most critically acclaimed albums and headlining shows worldwide.

SiriusXM’s Leading Ladies with Dr. RuthSiriusXM Stars
SiriusXM Stars presents an exclusive event – Leading Ladies with Dr. Ruth Westheimer. The pioneering radio and TV sex therapist joins Judy Licht for an intimate conversation about her groundbreaking career and to discuss her incredible journey from escaping the Nazis to her struggle to succeed as a single mother in America. Now, her life will be portrayed in the new play, Becoming Dr. Ruth, at the Westside Theater in New York City.

New Shows Available This Week:

He’s a five-time NBA Champion. He’s the most accurate three–point shooter in NBA history. And he’s one of the top analysts in the NBA. And now he’s on SiriusXM NBA Radio on Long Range with Steve Kerr. Get the best insight on professional basketball, hear from the top names league, and get a perspective on the game you can’t get anywhere else on the radio. Long Range with Steve Kerr and co-host Ian Eagle on SiriusXM NBA Radio.

Off the DribbleNBA Radio
Lace up your sneakers…put on your jersey…get your game face on because you are about to taken Off the Dribble! Get closer to the NBA as we take you around the league from top to bottom, talk about the biggest issues in the game and deliver the NBA newsmakers that matter to you. Off The Dribble on SiriusXM NBA Radio.

The Howard Stern ShowHoward 100
The King of All Media holds court with Robin, Fred, Benjy and Gary, and A-list celebrity guests like Chris Rock, Paul McCartney, AC/DC, Benicio Del Toro, Tracy Morgan, 50 Cent, Robert Duvall, Paul Giamatti and Jimmy Fallon. Hear Howard like he’s meant to be – live and uncensored.siriu

The Alt-18 CountdownAlt Nation
Request your favorite song at AltNation@siriusxm.com and listen as we count down the best new alternative as selected by you.

Jimmy Buffett Live Concert SeriesRadio Margaritaville
Hear Jimmy Buffett live in another legendary performance! Catch a new show from the archives every week on Radio Margaritaville.

Opie & AnthonyThe Opie & Anthony Channel
Join Opie and Anthony and comedian Jim Norton every weekday morning, with additional encores around the clock. Catch their most outrageous radio on The Worst of the Week Countdown throughout the weekend.

Joe MadisonSiriusXM Urban View
Joe Madison, The Black Eagle is the morning talk show where you learn the truth. Madison is on the case daily talking about politics and social activism, while challenging the status quo ensuring that people of color are not undervalued, underestimated, or marginalized. Listen in and be informed.

Spectrum SessionsThe Spectrum
At the beginning of the hour, hear exclusive sessions recorded by Spectrum artists in the Sirius XM studios.

Inside PitchMLB Network Radio
Brush back the rumors from around the league with Casey Stern and Jim Bowden. Timely guests and your phone calls are part of the mix. Get in the game by calling 866-MLB-ONXM.

Tom Petty’s Buried TreasureDeep Tracks
Tom Petty pulls together a set of little-known musical delights and classic tracks alike. He articulately and passionately introduces you to his first love: the music.

HitboundSiriusXM Hits 1
Hit-Bound is your weekly space for ear poppin’ music! It could be from a new indie, international, unsigned and homemade artist, or even one from a Hits 1 favorite. Hits 1 host Mikey Piff shares the 411 on what’s next, right now.

The Love and Sex Show with Dr. JennOprah Radio
The Love & Sex Show with Dr. Jenn Berman answers yours calls tackling your burning love, sex and relationship questions live. Dr. Jenn is a well-known marriage and family therapist, columnist, author, speaker, and host of VH1’s Couples Therapy. She is also a three time best-selling author and creator of the popular app “No More Diets”. She currently works with performers and entertainment professionals in addition to seeing clients at her Beverly Hills private practice.

Covino & RichIndie
Steve Covino and Rich Davis tackle the real issues on guys’ minds, from girls and relationships to sports and pop culture. No topic is off-limits. Check out celebrities, athletes and up-and-coming hotties, plus experts that help you stay in the know. It’s better than hanging with friends at the bar.

The Ed Lover ShowBackspin
Ed Lover, legendary host of YO! MTV Raps, now hosts his own daily show on SiriusXM Backspin! Reminisce with Ed every weekday. Hear the hip hop you love, artist interviews, and stories from back in the day!

SiriusXM Fantasy FootballFantasy Sports Radio
“The Guru” John Hansen leads our team of fantasy football experts delivering all the latest news and information, plus expert advice and insightful interviews with people closest to the game. Call in with your questions and get the edge you need to dominate your competition.

Andrew Loog OldhamUnderground Garage
The Rolling Stones’ original manager and producer provides insights into and anecdotes about the early days of the British invasion. He ties it all together by showing a direct link between those glory days and what’s hot at this very moment. Compelling radio!

DerailedBluegrass Junction
It’s two hours of bluegrass music’s wild side! Join Ned Luberecki as he explores the world of newgrass and the more adventurous brands of bluegrass.